Polysomnographic Tech (Sleep Tech)
About The Position
This role as a Polysomnographic or "Sleep" Technician involves preparing the sleep lab and performing basic and advanced diagnostic sleep studies. The technician is responsible for monitoring various physiological parameters during sleep, including brain waves, eye movements, oxygen levels, heart rate, and breathing during sleep stages and cycles. The core purpose of the role is to find answers to patients' sleep problems and disorders, contributing to their health and peace of mind. The position emphasizes the ever-evolving science of sleep and the importance of the technician's experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and personality in this specialized sleep diagnostic role. LCMC Health is described as a community-focused organization dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare with heart and soul.
Requirements
- Graduate of CAAHEP Polysomnography Program or a minimum of 6 months of experience in sleep medicine or respiratory procedures.
- Licensed Polysomnographic Tech - Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) - Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists
- Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) - American Board of Sleep Medicine (ABSM)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
Responsibilities
- Perform sleep studies including procedures like Electroencephalograms, Electrooculogram, Electromyogram, Respiratory effort, Airflow, Oximetry, End Tidal, PAP Device flow, etc.
- Provide a clear and precise explanation of the procedure to the patient and/or responsible person present.
- Recognize documents and eliminate artifacts and take proper measures to monitor suspected artifacts.
- Obtain at least 10 CEUs directly related to sleep yearly.
- Stay abreast of new equipment and software implemented by the department and/or hospital.
- Maintain and clean equipment immediately after use and ensures equipment is in proper working order.
- Apply troubleshooting methods, repairs and/or replaces instrument parts as needed with immediate notification to the manager.
- Communicate with technical support during troubleshooting of equipment.
- Demonstrate appropriate use of universal precautions when delivering patient care and perform appropriate isolation techniques for patients as needed.
- Lift, move or transfer patients utilizing proper body mechanics to prevent self-injury or injury to others.
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus of $15,000 Available!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
